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Fiat Tipo Wagon vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Wagon or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

Fiat Tipo Wagon vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Wagon

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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tipo Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Fiat Tipo Wagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,334 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Wagon with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

C-Class Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 550 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 700 Nm more.

Tipo Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Wagon is moderately lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Wagon offers a bit more boot space – 550 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
Fiat Tipo Wagon
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Fiat Tipo Wagon

The Fiat Tipo Estate is a no-nonsense family wagon that focuses on practicality and value, with surprisingly generous load space and comfortable seats for long trips. It won't win style awards, but its sensible kit, simple controls and low running costs make it a smart, unfussy choice for buyers who want function over flash.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Fiat Tipo Wagon
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 27,000 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
4,571 mm
Length
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Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,514 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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